Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work scheme

Cushon workplace pension

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice to join their team. This role involves planning engaging activities for children and providing high-quality childcare. Candidates should have a Level 2 in Early Years and be committed to professional development. The position offers a supportive work environment, mentorship, and various benefits including a competitive salary and ongoing training opportunities. Join a community that values your growth and development.

Qualifications

• Desirable Level 2 in Early Years.
• Experience in planning activities for children.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan stimulating activities for children in care.
• Assist in delivering high-quality childcare.
• Build effective relationships with children and parents.
• Ensure each child's individual needs are met.
• Contribute to the safeguarding of all children.
• Actively work towards apprenticeship standards with Busy Bees Education and Training.
• Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace.
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development.
• Communicate with line Manager regarding activities and progress.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication

Enthusiasm

Proactivity

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Maths and English grade C/4 or above or functional skills level 2

Job description

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 25% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering a huge range of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

To apply you must be working or caring for children whether voluntary or paid. Having a Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4 or above or functional skills level 2 is desirable.

Key Responsibilities And Expectations As An Apprentice

• Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS
• Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff
• Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members
• Ensuring each child's individual needs are met
• Contributing to the safeguarding of all children
• Actively work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Busy Bees Education and Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe
• Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development
• Communicate with their line Manager regarding the activities and progress within the room

As an Apprentice, you will be working alongside inspiring qualified staff who will support and mentor you whilst completing your apprenticeship. You will attend bespoke Learning & Development courses where you will be provided with underpinning knowledge and skills to support you in everyday practice. A Development Coach will visit you regularly in your nursery, assessing the work you are creating, providing recognition for your progress and vital guidance to support you in the next part of your apprenticeship.